Wondering what drink to serve for that special occasion or what type of food will go best with your favourite cocktail? We’ve pulled together some of our best drink and recipe combinations, right here.
Wondering what drink to serve for that special occasion or what type of food will go best with your favourite cocktail? We’ve pulled together some of our best drink and recipe combinations, right here.
Light, refreshing dishes don’t need overpowering with robust flavours such as whisky or tequila; you need a delicate balance to ensure the flavours of both the drink and the salad can be appreciated. You can also add a salad garnish in your drink as well – cucumber adds a gorgeous, fresh twist to many cocktails.
Do you crave hot curries, broths with bite and chilli con carne? Addictive, warming and deeply satisfying, spicy food ticks so many boxes that cocktails are natural partners. From the creamy to the citrussy, there are infinite possibilities.
Don’t spend all night mixing when you should be partying yourself. Stress-free, quick mixes are the way to go to ensure you‘re not stuck in the kitchen crushing ice and blending complicated concoctions when the DJ’s smashing out some party favourites. Pitchers and punches are perfect for your pumping party.
Get a room! Actually, wait! This is a great opportunity for you to wow your chosen one with a great flavour combination. Sensuous, subtle, bubbly and fun, (just like you), these drinks are natural partners.
Foods that pair well with cosmopolitans include:Smoked salmon bites.Mini quiches.Bruschetta.Crostinis.
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Smoked salmon bites.
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Mini quiches.
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Bruschetta.
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Crostinis.
Grey Goose le Fizz
Go for a Grey Goose le Fizz with:
Try our Gin Fizz recipe with:
The Brits love nothing more than a gorgeous roast dinner on a Sunday. Deep, rich gravies and succulent meat and veg often call for a classic French red. But think on, a cocktail can add a clever twist to this regular, family tradition. A host of different flavours on a plate calls for simplicity in the glass.
Try a Manhattan with:
Try a Whiskey Old Fashioned with:
Try our Daiquiri recipe with:
Fresh fish and other seafood is subtle in aroma and delicate in texture so why go and spoil it with an over-fruity blend? Classic cocktails and citrussy cocktails are essential – think of your fish itself. You wouldn’t have it in a dessert, so why have a super-sweet drink with it. Classic vermouth cocktails are the way to go here, harmonious flavours bringing a sea-inspired breeze to your table.
A Cuba libre goes well with:
Now that we have talked about how to make this cocktail, let us get shaking. Happy Drinking Ninjas!
The sharp cocktail pairs well with cheeseboards in charcuterie platters as well. Soft cheeses like brie, camembert, ricotta and cream cheese are great accompaniments with crackers and chips. You could serve shrimps with a cocktail sauce or shrimp salad with a basic vinaigrette, roasted salmon or smoked Salmon as well. This recipe really goes well with my Stilton and squash tart recipe. But don’t get to elegant on the food as the drink also pairs well with burgers and mini sliders making for a great party canapé situation. In sweets you can pair this with vanilla ice cream, gelato and fresh berries, a Chocolate torte and chocolate brownies to name a few.
This drink doesn’t need much as everything is poured into a cocktail shaker and shaken until cold. The cocktail does call for a citrus vodka and I have used plain vodka here. You can use any you like but if you get your hands on a citrus flavored vodka then use that. I’ve also use orange liqueur and it is fragrant and refreshing to say the least. The cranberry juice gives it this beautiful color while the lime juice balances out the sweetness and makes it a little cloudy. Which is what we want with the drink. I’ve used fresh lime juice to make this and store bought cranberry juice. You can use any you have or like. This cocktail can also be made with a little grapefruit juice as well. I haven’t tried the versions with strawberry/raspberry juice but they are substitutes online. Some recipes allow for gin instead of vodka but this is traditionally a vodka based cocktail.
Speaking of traditional, a cosmopolitan is served in a glass that is similar to that of a martini glass but if you don’t have the glass you can use a martini glass or any glass you have. You can garnish with cocktail with an orange peel twist or a lemon peel twist. Some recipes call for lime slices as well. I left my glass without any garnish as the drink is elegant and dainty on its own.
This elegant cocktail is a simple drink that not only looks pretty but also tastes delicious. It is vodka based but the orange liqueur adds a refreshing flavor to the palate.
Cosmopolitan Cocktail
FAQ
What’s the difference between a cosmo and a Cosmopolitan?
Is a Cosmopolitan considered a woman’s drink?
What goes well with a Cosmopolitan Cocktail?
Grilled Chicken Salad: A light and citrusy Cosmopolitan is an excellent accompaniment. Herb-Crusted Tilapia: The lime juice in the cocktail enhances the herbal notes in the fish. Lemon Tart: The tartness of both the dessert and cocktail balance each other out.
What food can one eat to make going to the bathroom easier?
Fiber-rich foods, such as papaya, plum, pumpkin, orange, oats and chia, have a laxative effect, as they contribute to the formation of fecal cake, being an excellent option for loosening the intestine. It is important to talk about water intake.
What goes with a cosmopolitan Martini?
Numerous variations of the classic Cosmopolitan exist, incorporating club soda, orange juice and even raspberry liqueur, all of which can be served with a few basic appetizers. Shrimp and cocktail sauce pairs well with most martini cocktails, including the Cosmopolitan martini.
What garnish goes well with a cosmopolitan?
The classic garnish is orange peel. The extra little fragrance you get as you drink the Cosmopolitan drives home the orange flavour and is really lovely! Cosmos are one of those cocktails that are quite elegant so they’re ideal to serve at dinner parties as a pre dinner drink.